Photo Archives - July to Sept 2005 - Are You In These Photographs ?

These are the Photos Archived for July thru September 2005. (Click on a photo to Enlarge It!)
This particular Sunday brought out 100 of the greats of folk music and bluegrass. Visitors got to hear hours of music from great singers and songwriters such as John Sebastian (from 60's group Lovin' Spoonful), Maria Muldaur and more. And as always, all music was free! (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)
The incomparable soul/rock vocals of Skip Mitchell backed up by Joe Budnick (guitar, vocals), Michael (harmonica), and Dave & Jan (harmony). *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)*	Also in attendance were some lovely new signer / songwriters. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)*
Once again the musicians were motivated by some of the most beautiful women from New York and the world. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)*
Arthur Stewart sings "Born To Be Wild" for the crowd. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)*	One girl got a better view of the musicians from stilts. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)*
Ron Crepo and Wacky Jack entertained the folks. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)*	During the night shift Scott Samuels (guitar), Michael, and Drita sang. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/25/05)*
This weekend in Washington Square started out with a stage play . . *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)*	. . featuring Michael in a lead role. That same evening Michael came back out to sing and dance for the crowds. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)*
A big surprise was the appearance of "Sour Grapes", voted one of the 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich for 2004 . *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)*	A new musician came by to play mandolin in Washington Square. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)*
As usual, some of the most beautiful women come to Washington Square every Saturday and Sunday afternoon to check out the music. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)
Also, robots, dogs, children, and even Ronnie Crepo occasionally drop by. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)*
Harmony masters, Ron Cutler and Danny Rivera sing backup with many different groups. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)*	Here's another new guitarist who came by to try out his songs. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/18/05)*
On this weekend, Joe Budnick returned from vacation to play music with the guys. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*	A surfer followed him back from California. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*
Beautiful women come to Washington Square every Saturday and Sunday. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)
There's music for the young . . . *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*	. . . and old. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*
There was a Louisiana-style protest against President Bush and the Iraq War. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*
These girls practice their photography. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*	Couples relax. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*
Eric belts out a tune. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*	Artie sings a song with Joe. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*
Kids wake up. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*	Guitar master Scott Samuels closes out the weekend with a ballad. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 9/10/05)*
While the regular UMO musicians are on vacation Wacky Jack and Ron Crepo played. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*	Lovely Kristin sings a pretty ballad. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*
As usual, Saturday and Sunday afternoon attracts the most beautiful women to Washington Square Park. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*
An African Dance troupe provided a unique show. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*	The beautiful Washington Square Arch and fountain form the centerpiece of Greenwich Village as well as for the park. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*
Here, a couple relaxes . . (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)	. . . while friends listen to music. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*
Kids do whatever they want. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*
The world famous "Matchstick Man" is caught on video. *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*	A magician starts his show. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*
Music played into the night . . . *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*	. . . until the music rabbi conducts a finale to end another great weekend in Washington Square. *(Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/20 to 9/3/05)*
*Whew !* It was a heat wave. Temperatures of 100 degrees kept attendance down during this weekend in Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/13/2005)	During the day, only a lone singer under the arch. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/13/2005)
The beautiful girls passed through but did not stop during the heat and some surprise downpours. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/13/2005)
The only real activity was in the fountain where even the Statue of Liberty had to come to cool off. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/13/2005)	Finally, later that night some musicians came out to play as temperatures cooled. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/13/2005)
Another excellent weekend of music. Singer-songwriter Michelle Gray plays in Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	Michelle jams with Joe Budnick. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
Super singer Skip Mitchell sang on Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/6/2005)	Skip performs with Danny Rivera (harmony), Joe Budnick (guitar, vocals) and Ron Cutler (harmony). (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/6/2005)
Another lovely audience listens in. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/6/2005)
Artie belts out his signature song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	Singer songwriter Bobby Stewart does a number. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
Some of you have asked if the girls ever do anything besides listen to music? Yes, and here's the proof. They stroll, they walk dogs, they phone, they shop, they relax, they cool off, they read, and they just look great. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
Traveling poet, Fook puts some of his words to music. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	A Japanese harmony group tries out a new song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
Michael belts out a tune. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	While another Michael plays guitar. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
Gio adds some soft Bongos. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	The dancing has started. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
World famous tightrope walker and mime, Philippe Petit entertains the crowd in Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	Philippe Petit walked a tightrope between the World Trade Center towers in 1974. (Photo courtesy NY Times)
Guitarist Steve (from years ago), dropped by with his beautiful family. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	Ron Crepo also dropped by long enough to play a few tunes. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
The famous "Match Stick Man" creates custom items entirely out of matchsticks. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	The official sketch artist of Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
Velma and songwriter Eric discuss old times. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)	Another of the many photographers who come to Washington Square every weekend. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 8/7/2005)
Alan Chapman and Joe Budnick play some songs together in Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)	Wacky Jack makes his annual visit to the park. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)
Some of the nice girls that came to hear the music. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)
Sax great, Chuck Hancock talks with one of the girls. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)	Can you guess what Alan and Lori were talking about. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)
Kids were dancing and eating ice cream. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)	A visitor tries out some tunes. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)
Jose shows off a copy of "The 14 Best Singer Songwriters of Greenwich Village" CD while his wife shows off their son. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)	Professional singers, Skip Mitchell, Ron Cutler and Danny Rivera sang some songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)
Some more nice folks that come to Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)	Some quiet music at night. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/31/2005)
This hot weekend in Washington Square included a one hour orchestra concert. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)	Joe Budnick, Skip Mitchell, Danny Rivera and a mystery singer belt out some songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)
Some of these beautiful women in the audience helped us with the singing ! (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)
These girls didn't sing, they were busy doing other things. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)
A lot of excellent musicians joined in. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)
Almost all the kids were enjoying the music. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)	A family watches as the "Rockin Rabbi" conducts the music of Alan Chapman and Artie. A happy couple listens. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)
(left) A young guitarist played a Led Zeppelin song and (right) a French musician played tunes from his country. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)	Two excellent guitarists, Paul and Scott trades solos. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/23/2005)
The night shift featured (l. to r.) Michael (singer), Rene (guitar), Thom Manno (songwriter), and a guest violinist. (Photos by Joe Budnick 7/23/2005)
A flash rain storm threatens to wash out the music until . . . (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)	. . . wild man Artie takes out his umbrella and decides to entertain a few hardy souls. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)
The sun comes out and so does professional soul singer Skip Mitchell who generated lots of excitement. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)
Once the show starts, the beautiful women show up. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)
Sketch artists capture the fun on paper. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)	In the audience were some well known faces including (l to r) photographer Sandy Hechtman, brilliant songwriter Bobby Stewart and the mystery singer of the day. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)
More musicians came out once the day cleared. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)
There was some family entertainment including a puppet singing show tunes and a Quaker Choir. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/16/2005)
Another week of beautiful women in Washington Square ! (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)
Music video guy Bernie Friedman and his beautiful wife Hildy drop in to Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)	A wizard shows up. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)
Guitarist extraordinaire Scott Samuels. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)	A hot start to the day followed by a flash rain that cooled things off. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)
The musicians were out in force. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)
Three excellent musicians all named Michael. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)	The kids find things to do in Washington Square. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/10/2005)
The weather was hot this July 4th weekend and so were the women. But after all, Washington Square is known for its beautiful women and . . . *(Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/4/2005)*
. . great music. Here, guitar great Scott Samuels entertains park visitors. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/4/2005)	On flute is Michael who's also a fantastic harmonica player. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/4/2005)
The kids enjoyed the music. (Photos by Sandy Hechtman 7/4/2005)	Ice cream was a big seller. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/4/2005)
This mystery singer was dressed for the hot weather. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman 7/4/2005)	Artie belts out a song for the audience. (Photos by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)
As the sun went down, temperatures cooled and the audiences grew larger. (Photos by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)
Couples were out in force . . . *(Photos by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)*
. . . and so were more beautiful women. (Photos by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)
Three fantastic singers sang (1) a song by Prince, (2) Reggae hits and, (3) a mix of pop-rock classics. (Photos by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)
The singers were backed up by an excellent rhythm section. (Photos by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)
Franco "The Nicest Guy in Greenwich Village" poses with Leigh. (Photo by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)	Leigh demonstrates how she would look if all the ice teas she was drinking were beers. (Photo by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)
Alan Chapman entertains visitors on a Sunday afternoon. (Photo by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)	Sage accompanies Alan on a variety of instruments. (Photo by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)
This lucky guy was doing something right. (Photo by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)	Visitors to Washington Square check out Alan's music. (Photo by Joe Budnick 7/3/2005)

Are You In These Village Photographs taken July to September 2005?